Construction is underway on a new railroad bridge that will open a connection between gulch and sea.
The state tally of heat-related fatalities is now 78, officials said.
In Oregon alone, the state medical examiner reported 116 deaths related to the extreme hot weather.
PAWS Wildlife Center is caring for dozens of fledgling birds that jumped off a building in Seattle.
The president is holding a virtual meeting Wednesday with governors from Western states.
The hottest day is over, but forecasters say temperatures are expected to remain above normal.
The heat wave sweltered past 100 degrees Sunday in much of Snohomish County and Western Washington.
Historic preservationists want to keep a new road to access the townsite. Environmentalists want it gone.
Exhibit’s designer pitched in and shared expertise as volunteers spent a day cleaning massive bones.
Cattle ranchers fear the drought-loving insects will strip bare public and private rangelands.
As the hazardous haze increases during fire seasons, it’s time to get serious and prepare, experts say.
NOAA Fisheries is taking public comment on the plan, which wouldn’t affect tribes.
The utility can use transmission lines from the Colstrip plant to bring electricity to western Washington.
The region is home to polar bears and other wildlife — and a rich reserve of oil.
A dozen divers spent a morning removing trash from near a boat launch and parks. And there’s more down there.
When water is released from Culmback Dam, experienced paddlers descend on one of the area’s most unique runs.
Irrigators have reacted with disbelief as the news of a water shut-off in the canals spread.
Part 2 of 2
It’s not just climate that’s a challenge. Local agriculture is also fending off urban encroachment.
Part 1 of 2
Snohomish County’s diverse agricultural community is learning to survive a bushel of challenges.
Our Fault: Part 3 of 3
Shockwaves from a shallow fault here could ravage bridges, schools and the water supply in Western Washington. Emergency planners want you to be ready.
